IMPORTANT DATES

• MARCH 17 - DRESS DOWN DAY
• MARCH 21 - SPAGHETTI DINNER
• MARCH 27 - LATE START
• MARCH 31 - EARLY DISMISSAL (1:00 P.M.)
• APRIL 7-11 - NO SCHOOL - SPRING BREAK
• APRIL 14 - ILEARN TESTING BEGINS
• APRIL 18 - NO SCHOOL - GOOD FRIDAY

I was blown away by the amazing art and performances at our March to the Arts event last Wednesday! Our students are so talented and creative! Special thanks are due to the many volunteers and staff that made the night possible. In particular, I'd like to thank Amy Eycleshymer, Tara Schmitt, Joan Doyle, Sam Kneibel, Craig Heitger, Ashley Sicinski, and our HASA volunteers for their hard work and dedication to our students!

In Christ,

Chris Milliron

We will be hosting a rosary for our students who are battling cancer and other illnesses on Thursday, March 20, at 3:15 PM in the church. All are welcome to attend. If you plan to join us, please wait until the dismissal car line has cleared before parking near the church.

Congratulations to our 2nd graders for winning this week's Gospel Value Spotting award! They were nominated for being respectful and well-behaved on their field trip this week. The entire 2nd grade has earned a dress down day Tuesday.

We warmly invite all parents and guardians to join us for school Mass! Here is our schedule for this week:



Wednesday, March 19 - 8:45 am - Mass - Kindergarten-1st grade

Thursday, March 20 - 8:45 am - Mass - 2nd-8th grades

This week's prayer:

We pray for Amina, 

and for all parents 

striving to feed their children 

with nutritious food. 

May their families have 

healthy and hunger-free futures.

Amen

March to the Arts was an amazing success! Thank you to Ms. E, Mrs. Schmitt, Mrs. Kneibel, Mrs. Doyle, Mr. Heitger, all of our living statues, and to everyone who donated their time and talent to make this event a truly wonderful experience!

The Saint Pius X Step-by-Step Stewardship Program is a vital part of our school’s Catholic identity, teaching students to be good stewards of God’s gifts through prayer, service, and sacrificial giving. Each grade focuses on a specific stewardship theme each year.

This year, the 4th grade is focusing on people with disabilities. Students are learning about local organizations that support individuals with disabilities and celebrating differences.

Last week, the 4th graders visited Corvilla's Granger location for a tour and to learn about the opportunities they provide. Corvilla offers life-enhancing services to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, promoting respect and dignity in the community. The Granger location also features Corvilla Furnishings, which offers Amish-quality furniture with a mission.

With warmer spring temperatures arriving, please remember to send your student with a water bottle! If they've lost theirs, feel free to stop by Lost & Found to check for it.

ILEARN testing begins on April 14, immediately following Spring Break. Missing this day will cause students to fall behind, as they will miss important instructional time while making up the test. Please ensure that your students are present during the ILEARN testing window to avoid these setbacks.

Lunch ordering for April is now open through March 20. You can order lunches HERE.

Lunch service is not possible without volunteers. All volunteers are required to have safe environment training.

Click to volunteer for

March

You can find all of the HASA events and sign-ups HERE on our website!

Our next Treat Fairy Tuesday is March 18. Since it's Lent, we have adjusted slightly to avoid sugar and sweets and instead added some additional savory options. You can sign up HERE.

Thank you in advance for your generosity!

HASA Teacher & Staff Appreciation

Our teams are enjoying a short break before the spring season begins. Be sure to check the calendar HERE to for any updates or changes.

Saint Pius X is excited to introduce a brand-new summer camp this year: Saints and Service! This camp is open to current Kindergarten through 2nd grade students and will run from June 30 to July 3.

Registration is now open! Click HERE for more information.

If you have any questions contact Michelle Cozzie mlcozzie@stpius.net or Carie Brackett cbrackett@stpius.net.

Registration is now open for the Dance + Stretching & Mindfulness Camp!

Dates: Monday, June 9th - Thursday, June 12th

Time: 9:00 AM - 11:30 AM

Ages: Open to girls and boys entering grades K-5

Campers will explore elements of movement and wellness through dance, breathwork techniques stretching, and team collaboration!

Cost: $125 for the 4-day camp, which includes instruction, activities, and a healthy snack each day. Sign up HERE!

Session Available for 3rd-5th Grades:

Tuesdays starting April 1

3:00pm-4:00pm in the PLC

Register HERE

Session Available for Middle School:

Thursdays starting April 3

3:15pm-4:00pm in the PLC

Register HERE

Irish Youth Lacrosse - registration extended!

ICCL lacrosse has combined with the newly formed Irish Youth Lacrosse to grow the game! Girls' registration for grades 3-8 has been extended to March 21. No experience necessary - come learn to play and meet new friends!

Practices will be at Edwardsburg Sports Complex on US-12. Additional information and registration can be found HERE.

Let's grow the game!

You can find details about all Parish events and read Msgr. Mike's weekly column in the bulletin HERE.